Crenicichla macrophthalma

Crenicichla macrophthalma

Twenty Centimeters Cichlid of South American Waters

Tropical
Southern Hemisphere
Regional distribution
Freshwater fish
South America
Medium
Tropical fish

Crenicichla macrophthalma is a freshwater fish found around South America. It inhabits freshwater habitats. The species reaches a recorded maximum of 20 cm.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Cichlids and Allies
Family: Cichlidae
Genus: Crenicichla
Maximum length: 20 cm
Water: Freshwater
Distribution: South America: Amazon River basin, in the Negro, Uatumã, Tapajós, Xingu and Trombetas River basins.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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